5-HTP increases serotonin levels in the brain which may positively enhance mood, sleep and weight management! How does NSI® 5-HTP 100 mg work? 5-HTP, or 5-hydroxytryptophan, is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin - which is essential for controlling mood, sleep and pain levels. The body produces 5-HTP from tryptophan, an amino acid found in small amounts in high-protein foods such as chicken, fish, beef and dairy products. It can also be taken in supplemental form, in which case it's extracted from the seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia plant. 5-HTP is believed to help increase serotonin production in the brain, which may positively influence mood. 5-HTP may also help with other health issues related to serotonin deficiency, including nervousness, body tension and stiffness and head cavity discomfort. Certain elements of sleep are also believed to be affected by 5-HTP. Supplementing may not only assist with falling asleep faster, but also with increasing the duration of dream states (REM sleep) and of deep slumber. 5-HTP may also promote weight management by helping to reduce cravings for sweets and starches, which may help contribute to healthier overall eating habits. For best results and quickest absorption, take 5-HTP on an empty stomach. Do not take 5-HTP for more than three consecutive months without consulting a healthcare practitioner. NSI® 5-HTP 100 mg is better because it:. Ideal for supporting mood, sleep, and weight management. Is available at a better value than other 5-HTP products on the market. . Did You Know? All NSI supplements are packaged in HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) bottles. These bottles keep moisture vapor out, protecting the freshness and integrity of their contents, and are 400% more effective compared other brands currently using PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles. HDPE bottles do not break as glass can and are also recyclable so we urge you to please recycle them.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3 out of 5
95 of 107 (89%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Caused Stomach Upset,
June 9, 2009
By mjwood85from Texas
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Satisfaction:
2
out of 5
"I got this for my husband and he tried taking it in the morning on an empty stomach and then with food. Both ways caused stomach upset. Since he couldn't tolerate it, don't know if it would have been effective for sleep or not."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 2 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
LOVE IT!!,
June 7, 2009
By lgcangel7from Bald Knob, AR
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Works like a dream and then some!!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 3 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Dream away,
June 5, 2009
By PennieJfrom Alamo, Ca
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I think this product is doing what it's suppose to do - we take it at night and I do seem to be waking more restful. They say that you can sometimes dream a bit more/or maybe just remember more (I don't know), I don't seem to be experiencing this but my husband is for sure - makes for interesting morning conversation.... ha ha... I did meet with a RN/dietician for weightloss counseling and she recommended this as well. Hope this is helpful...."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
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Review 4 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
I can sleep!!,
June 2, 2009
By mominmy50sfrom Virginia
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I am in my 50s - pre-menopausal, and have begun to have difficulty sleeping, nearly every night. I ordered the 5-HTP and have been really pleased with this product. I take it 30 minutes before I'm ready to be asleep, and have not had any trouble getting to sleep since I started taking it. It's so nice to get a whole night's sleep again!!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 5 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good Quality,
May 12, 2009
By peppervixfrom Ridgewood,NY
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This product has served me well, it helps to calm me and its tailored for my needs. If you are looking for a pill that can help you NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg is the pill that can help you achieve that."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 6 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Sweet Dreams,
April 24, 2009
By EckyPtingfrom Washington, DC
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"At first I had been using it during the daytime to help improve my mood, then switched to nighttime and found it to be more effective. It's not a knock-out pill, but it seems to provide a sounder sleep of greater duration and more dream activity."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 7 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great product,
April 7, 2009
By NanetteNfrom Texas
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I was taking a different brand of 5-HTP which was more than twice the price and decided to switch. Glad I did as NSI works as well as the other brand and I save money!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 8 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
1
out of 5
No products I buy are effective from here.,
March 11, 2009
By Chark
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"This product has zero effect. Waste of money. Furthermore, all the products I have bought from this company have had zero effect."
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Review 9 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Sleeping better,
February 27, 2009
By pressurecookerfrom R.I.
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"I have't been using this too long but I'm sleeping better now that I take two before bed. One didn't cut it for me. No side effects except a good nights sleep."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 10 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
can't live without it,
February 18, 2009
By jazzernutfrom barberton, oh
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"i started taking 5htp when i found out i had fibromyalgia. this is the best thing that i have found for relief of fatique and feeling so sore. it also helps me sleep better. this brand is the best i have found and the best value all around."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Great Product and Price,
February 12, 2009
By JillP
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"One easy to swallow capsule helps lift my mood a little, helps with appetite and sleep."
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Review 12 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
1
out of 5
Not sure if it works...,
January 30, 2009
By cpuurifrom Appleton, WI
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"I haven't noticed any difference before or after taking this product. I would think my cravings for food would have subsided, or I'd feel like I'm in a better mood after consuming, but I feel no difference."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 13 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Helps with sleep,
January 11, 2009
By crystal12from Rochester
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I have fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis and have always had a problem with sleep, and did not want to use prescription medication for my insomnia, so I tried using 5-HTP and it works I take one 200 mg and I am out like a light for the entire night, though it does take about a half and hour to work, I have been using 5-HTP for around 5 years now and I have my mom useing it to and it works well for her. There are no groggy side effects in the morning when you wake up, and most mornings I find myself waking up feeling more rested. This is only one of the natural things I use for sleep and it works very well."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 14 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Very happy with product,
January 1, 2009
By newlegsfrom colorado spring, co
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Although this has many benefits I take it before bed and it has helped greatly with falling asleep. I also take 3mg. of Melatonin and the combination has helped me to get a restful nights sleep."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 15 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Seems to help,
December 22, 2008
By wilywirefrom La Crescenta, CA
Value:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"5-HTP seems to help some. But haven't tried it long enough (three weeks) or by itself for a proper evaluation. Also use Insomnia and Calms Forte and am sleeping quite well.."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 16 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
December 20, 2008
By LadyJ
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"I've only been using this for a couple of weeks or so. Since I switched from 1 capsule daily to 2 daily, I've noticed a difference in my appetite and my sugar craving. They've BOTH decreased! I only rated this with a "4" because I want to see the longer term effects before I give it a "5". But so far, so good."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 17 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Good,
December 18, 2008
By Marie123from MS
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"Good product for the price. Cheapest I've found. It takes a while to get in your system."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 18 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Product,
December 6, 2008
By anthonycfrom Roswell, GA
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Since I've been taking this product I'm sleeping better and deeper."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Nausea and Complete Loss of Appetite,
November 19, 2008
By Fontainefrom Los Angeles, CA
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
2
out of 5
"I started taking this product for for mild depression, to help sleep, and reduce sugar cravings, all of which it does do.....but I was so extremely nauseous the first two weeks and had absolutely no appetite at all. Also decreased libido, which is so unlikely for me.....anyway, yes, I had NO sugar cravings and I have the worlds worst sweet tooth.....but my complete lack of desire to eat and extreme nausea is not worth it. Also, you do sleep very well, but I always felt out of it the next day....going back to just Melatonin and Omega 3's and B Vitamins for mood support."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 20 for NSI 5-HTP -- 100 mg - 120 Capsules
Top 10 Contributor
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Not effective,
November 14, 2008
By lilianefrom milpitas,ca
Value:
2
out of 5
Quality:
2
out of 5
Effectiveness:
2
out of 5
Satisfaction:
2
out of 5
"I had hoped this product would help me sleep better. Glad it works for some but did not help me."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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